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I know that any stress weakens the immune system and ptsd is the mother of all stress. I am currently fighting a cold (cough, sore throat, achy body) and I had this less than two months ago. In fact, ever since the trauma, I have gotten sick more frequently...I also get severe ice pick headaches...

Interesting point. I have not had any nightmares as of late, but mentally I am SICK of fighting...I have severe psychosomatic pains that derive from the years of trauma.

Thank you for the reply! College was extremely stressful on top of the PTSD, so after I finished my associates this past year, I took time off. Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!

Hi all! My fatigue seems to come in cycles...every few months I get severe bouts of fatigue no matter how much I rest (sleeping 9 hours) and eat. I've been struggling with it these past few days again. From sunup till sundown, I am drained; everything feels like an impossible feat. Does anyone...

Hello! I have not written a post in quite some time, but much has happened. First off, I deferred the transition to a university across the US - they have gladly agreed to hold my scholarship - until Spring semester. During this time, I am working with my therapist, allowing myself to breathe...

No, I have not. No new creams or anything either...

Breaking out all of a sudden in some sort of rash - first time in my life. The itch is horrible, gracing both arms and both legs. Is this due to stress? I have changed nothing in my diet either. My dermatologist thinks it may be eczema, but he is uncertain. Unsure what to do. Going to pick up...

Since the physical and sexual trauma, I am unable to hold my pee. Try as I might, the muscles seem not to work or my brain does not connect with them...my T says it is most definitely due to the trauma, but it's so frustrating. I cannot go anywhere that is not within some distance of a bathroom...

So, my GP prescribed it to me today (for pain), but my T is not wanting me to take any medications. I HATE medications. I have not taken it yet. What are your experiences with this drug? Does it worsen symptoms? Anxiety, fatigue? Weight gain?

I am not yet ready, but my T is in no way pressuring me to do it. It is just out there for me to consider and pray about.

I suppose it depends on the individual.

So my T suggested hypnosis in therapy yesterday. What are your experiences?

Same!! I feel trapped indoors

Hiking is a family thing at our house! We always go on hikes! I love them!

Does anyone else love walking as much as I do? Something about the rhythm of the movement, the freedom, the breeze on your face, the birds in the air - utter serenity. I go for multiple walks during the day, since sitting still for long periods of time is extremely difficult, and staying indoors...

The judge excused me! Thank goodness!

The worry and anxiety is relentless. It's almost as if my brain does not know how to shut it off anymore. I worry about all the pain that is in my body and the cause of it. I worry I am going to damage something and ask the "what if" question ALL THE TIME. And when my family, who is extremely...

I just did that this morning. They are going to notify me what the judge says today...nervous...hope things work out!

Thank you! My T gave me a letter and I am to bring it to the courthouse tomorrow morning. I hope everything goes in my favor!

They have not done any jury selections. We are just to show up and go from there. Thanks for the info!

It's tomorrow...after being diagnosed with PTSD, I know what my triggers are. Being inside all day, sitting down long periods of time, being around strangers, my need to visit the restroom more than frequently...and if the case triggers me, what then? My anxiety is through the roof on this! If...

Pain! It is real, not just in my head. Physical pain - throughout the body - anytime, anywhere. Does anxiety increase pain? How many of you have physiological pains with zero explanations? Do medications help you (ibuprofen, aleve)?

Hi all! I really love the forum and have made frequent returns. I post quite often as well so I figured I should write an small introduction... I am here to learn from other ptsd warriors and encourage them along the way! I was diagnosed with PTSD a few months back after four years of being...

Much of my trauma has to do with being in a dark room, blinds drawn, door closed, lights off...4 years of every day abuse in that sort of environment. That might explain the "trapped" meaning...I also have OCD worry and constant anxiety so there could be something in that as well.

Spiders have never really scared me, but I have had a plethora of nightmares associated with the ugly things. Is there some reason/ symbolism for this? I have night terrors as well, so these spider nightmares are far less severe. Still curious. Everything I have found claims spiders are symbols...